Clay Life Arts Studio & TheClayLife.com — Attraction in San Mateo

This studio is lovely and welcoming! The owner is approachable and knowledgeable and easy to learn from; the space is simple, quiet, inviting, well-organized, and thoughtfully laid out (and built from the ground up) for both classes and independent clay play. All fellow members I have met have been respectful, peaceful, friendly, and supportive. Classes are available for both kids and adults (or both at the same time)! Fun selection of masterfully prepared glazes and a fun variety of clays are available. Bring your own tools, though many bonus supplies can be borrowed while you work on site (i.e. brushes, clean-up sponges, buckets, stamps, molds, slab roller, wall-mounted extruder, etc.). I am so beyond happy that there is now a friendly studio so close-by and easy going. Stop by for a tour during open...

I initially took an 8 week intro to wheel throwing class with David, and ended up enjoying it so much that I joined the studio as a member. I love spending time at this studio. It's a lovely space with everything you need whether you are throwing on the wheel, hand building, or sculpting, and it's also a great community where everyone is kind and willing to help each other.

This studio is also great if you're looking for a thorough introductory class, fun team building event, kids camp, parent & kid workshop, or even private lessons. With the variety of events and classes that the studio offers, you're bound to find a format that fits what you're looking for. If you are interested at all in clay, I'd highly recommend...

Wonderful spot. David is great! We came for Parent and Kid class and David was very thorough and patient with the kids. Taught us the art first and then let us practice. It was a great experience for both my kids and I. It looks like there's also some other kinds of art to do there like sculpting, but we just did bowl type stuff. It was fun for us. I'd recommend this place to any beginner or as an activity for group outings. Posted my before...